Cadet Standards and Duties: Respect for Human Dignity

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2.3. Respect for Human Dignity. All individuals, regardless of rank, position, or background, must be treated with dignity and respect. Harassment, discrimination, or abuse based on personal characteristics (e.g., race, sex, religion, etc.) will not be tolerated. Service members are entitled to an environment free from barriers that hinder their potential.

2.3.1. USAFA Traditions. Traditions are valuable because they connect us to those who have come before and provide a sense of inspiration and commitment to USAFA and our Air and Space Force. Traditions must reinforce leadership development, a warfighting mindset, critical thinking, and a positive environment. We will not tolerate traditions that jeopardize safety, degrade or demean others, are destructive, or undermine our ability to accomplish our mission and our reputation as members of the Profession of Arms.

2.3.2. Disparaging Terms. Using terms that degrade or stereotype others based on personal characteristics (e.g., race, religion, sex, etc.) is prohibited. Such behavior undermines discipline and will not be tolerated. ...